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Thermon · 6 days ago

Automation Engineer

Franklin Park, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Thermon is a global leader in thermal management and power distribution, committed to delivering high-performance solutions for critical industries. As an Automation Engineer, you will design and commission electrical control systems, travel to customer sites, and ensure compliance with industry codes while mentoring less experienced personnel.

Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design electrical control systems and review existing control systems for all product lines, which include industrial boilers, electrode, and electric boilers

Assist Field Techs with commissioning products on customer sites

Prepare schematic wiring diagrams using the latest AutoCAD software

Develop PLC logic programs for use in boilers and burners

Select components to meet customer specifications and code requirements

Assure compliance of products with applicable (NEC, NFPA, UL, CSA) codes

Assist customers and service technicians with troubleshooting control systems and PLC logic both remote and on site. Assist with repairs as needed

Write technical documents and instructions for the operation of electrical control systems and PLC logic. These include electrical system descriptions and operating instructions to be used in instruction manuals provided to customers

Assist other departments such as marketing in developing new products or options, service by answering inquiries, purchasing by approving alternate sources or deviations, manufacturing by helping to improve process, reduce scrap, and improve productivity

Mentor and train field service personnel and less experienced electrical designers and programmers

Travel to client sites (~80%), international travel may be needed. Percentage of travel can vary depending on customer requirements

Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Qualification

PLC programmingElectrical engineeringAutoCADElectrical control systemsASME Pressure Vessel CodesCustomer serviceTechnical writingMentoringTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical background

2 years' experience with PLC programming (Siemens and Allen-Bradley)

3-5 years electrical engineering experience

Ability to read all applicable drawings, including mechanical, electrical and instrumentation

Must have expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, MS Project, Access, etc

Proficient with AutoCAD for creating and editing drawings

Preferred

Working knowledge of ASME Pressure Vessel Codes, boilers, heat transfer equipment, or auxiliary boiler room equipment

Boiler industry experience

Benefits

Paid Time Off.

Bonus eligibility.

Medical, Dental, and Vision.

Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.

401k with Company Match.

Company

Thermon

Industrial Process Heating Solutions Through its global network, Thermon provides safe, reliable and innovative mission critical industrial process heating solutions.

Founded in 1954

San Marcos, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees